Makeen Alikhan (born 10 October 2001) is an American

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player who plays for

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in the MLR.

Career

Club

Alikhan captained

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1st XV in the National Schools Champions Trophy, he was later named in the Schools Rugby 2019/20 Dream Team. He signed his first professional contract with Harlequins in 2021, making his debut against

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in the

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. His first try for Harlequins came in a 7-45 win over

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. He made his debut for

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in a 17–0 win over Rochford Hundred. He was named in the

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roster for the

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. His first appearance came in the second round of the 2024 MLR season, coming off the bench in the 48th minute, of a 23-30 loss against

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. His first start came in a 27-30 loss against the

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, starting at openside flanker he scored a try in the 45' minute. Ahead of the 2025 MLR season Alikhan joined Anthem RC, making his debut in the first round of the competition scoring a try against NOLA Gold.

International

On 15 May 2020, he was called up the USA under-20 squad. He was named in the USA Eagles Extended Player Squad for 2024.

Style of play

An elusive and abrasive player, known for his strong carrying, Alikhan can play across the backrow. Known for his excellent link up play.

References

{{DEFAULTSORT:Alikhan, Makeen Living people Canadian rugby union players English rugby union players Harlequin F.C. players 2001 births Rugby union flankers Dallas Jackals players Place of birth missing (living people) 21st-century Canadian sportsmen Anthem Rugby Carolina players